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Cosi No. 204

October 28, 2016 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings7
critical findings1

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Failed findings

Good Hygienic Practicescritical

Inspector note: Employee observed filling food container at the hand sink. Discontinue and ensure the hand sink is being used for hand washing only.
code 12-2-401.11-.12*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Insects Rodents Animals

Inspector note: Evidence of heavy fruit fly activity in the main kitchen and front service area's. Address and provide a detailed IPM (Integrated Pest Management) report for the re-inspection.
code 35-6-501.111/.115** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Food Thermometers Provided

Inspector note: Food thermometer in sight is non-operational. Replce battery or provide new thermometer.
code 05-4-302.12* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Washing fruits and veg's.

Inspector note: Employee observed rinsing grapes in the hand sink located next to the 3 bay sink. Discontinue and ensure all staff have been trained on where to rinse fruit and vegetables.
code 08-3-302.15* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Inspector note: Card board observed being used to cover the floor of the walk-in cooler. Discotinue and remove and ensure the surface remains cleanable durable and smooth. Soap dispensor in the mens room not attached to the wall. Re-attach.
code 15-4-202.16* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Single Service Articles Stored Dispensed

Inspector note: Single use salad covers being stored under the drainage pipe of the hand sink in the front service station. Discontinue and store in a clean and protected area.
code 25-4-904.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Installed and Maintained

Inspector note: Faucet at the 3 bay sink is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.
code 29-5-201/02.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on May 25, 2016: 7 findings appeared for the first time.

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